Sugar Snap Peas Recipe

Fresh, crispy Sugar Snap Peas sautéed in butter and garlic! That’s what I call the perfect Sugar Snap Peas Recipe! This recipe is so easy to make and so flavorful that it has quickly become one of my favorite side dishes. So, if you want to know How to Cook Sugar Snap Peas, stick around!

Sugar Snap Peas, The Perfect Side Dish

The purpose of this Snap Peas Recipe is to add some veggies to your diet, make them flavorful, and do it without a hassle; this recipe checks all of those boxes. We’re only using a few basic ingredients, most of which you’ll likely already have on hand. Additionally, this recipe is so simple that you can commit it to memory for your next meal. The flavor of the snap peas in this side dish is subtle; the most assertive flavors are the garlic, butter, and lemon juice. So, if you have loved ones who are not super jazzed about eating veggies, this recipe will win them over. Essentially, if you have to make a side dish in a pinch, Sautéed Sugar Snap Peas is the perfect go-to recipe!

Sugar Snap Peas Recipe

• Olive oil – I use extra virgin olive oil; it’s more flavorful than light olive oil.
• Vegan butter – Vegan butter nowadays tastes almost exactly like real butter so you won’t miss out on any buttery goodness!
• Garlic – Use fresh garlic only. And lots of it!
• Sugar snap peas – I purchased my snap peas in a small clear container with the stems and strings removed. A great many supermarkets carry them already prepared this way.
• Lemon – Zest and juice. Lemon juice can be overpowering so be careful; I only use about a teaspoon.
• Red pepper flakes – you can also use just regular cracked black pepper. I personally enjoy red pepper flakes far more for this recipe. I think they make the dish look more appetizing as well.
• Salt – A nice dash of flaky salt makes all the difference in this recipe!

How To Cook Sugar Snap Peas

1. Sauté snap peas. Heat butter and oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add in snap peas and cook for about 3 minutes, stirring frequently until they become slightly tender.
2. Add in garlic. Reduce heat to medium. Add in minced garlic and cook for an additional 2 minutes.
3. Add lemon, pepper, and salt. Remove pan from heat and add in lemon juice, zest, salt, and pepper, stir to combine.

Cooking Tips

You may be wondering why I add in the minced garlic after cooking the snap peas for a few minutes. That’s because garlic can brown easily. You’ll want to soften the snap peas up a bit first by cooking them in just butter and olive oil. Then add in the garlic to flavor up the dish.

Sugar Snap Peas Serving Suggestions

This Sugar Snap Peas Recipe is so versatile you can serve it alongside just about any dinner recipe. Just think, anything you could serve asparagus with, you can serve Sautéed Sugar Snap Peas with. However, let me give you a few quick ideas to get you started! You can serve them alongside vegan meatloaf or Shepherd’s pie. Sautéed Sugar Snap Peas are the perfect pairing for any filling main dish because they’re so light and refreshing. You can also toss them into a bowl with rice and grilled tofu.

Storing Suggestions

Sugar snap peas will stay fresh four about 3 days if refrigerated. When you’re ready to reheat them, add a little olive oil to the bottom of a pan and heat over medium; add in the snap peas and slowly cook them until they warm up.

Health Benefits Of Sugar Snap Peas

Besides being delicious, learning How to Cook Sugar Snap Peas is also a great idea because they’re really healthy! Snap peas are high in vitamin c, fiber, and vitamin K while being low in calories, fat, and bad cholesterol. Vitamin c is an antioxidant powerhouse which is believed to be beneficial for heart health in addition to maintaining healthy blood pressure. Vitamin K is believed to be beneficial for maintaining healthy bones. Finally, fiber is beneficial for digestion. (1)(2)

More Vegan Side Dishes and Appetizers

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• Oven Roasted Asparagus
• Blistered Shishito Peppers
• Garlic Wedge Fries